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Making the Most of #My2K
have seized upon the zeitgeist to air their own grievances (Benghazi, mandatory spending cuts, class warfare).
Go-Go in NOLA
“The reason why I’m so excited to have Thomas Sayers Ellis on my show this Saturday night is because I’ve been playing Washington, D.C., go-go music on my radio show since I’ve been on the air, for
White House Asks for End to Debt Limit Votes, McConnell Says
The Obama administration is asking to eliminate Congress’ role in raising the debt ceiling as part of a fiscal cliff deal, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., told Roll Call in an interview
With Gaza Cease-Fire, Obama Pledges More Missile Defense Funding for Israel
“The recent fighting in Gaza underscores that this is a moment in history when the future of the Middle East has never been less certain — and when the actions or inaction of the United States will
Lawmakers Warn Egypt: Collar Hamas
Now is the time for him to prove it,” California Republican Ed Royce, likely the next chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said in a Nov. 15 statement.
Senators Promise Balanced Energy Bill
“I believe there is an opportunity for a third path,” Wyden said.
Arizona Evolves Into Battleground in Fight for House Control
“I think you would have a different situation, less people stepping up to the plate to challenge an incumbent,” he said. “That changes the whole primary situation.”
Lawmakers Turn Attention to FBI Agent in Petraeus Probe
“certainly” is something the House Judiciary panel needs to look into.
Gen. Allen’s Confirmation Delayed as Petraeus Scandal Widens
“This comes as a complete surprise to me,” said Senate Majority Whip Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill. “I need to know more.”
On Capitol Hill, Information About David Petraeus Was Confined to Small Circle
The other woman was identified as an unpaid social planner at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fla., where Central Command and Special Operations Command are located, according to the Associated
Arizona: Reid Adds Voice to Arizona Ballot Counting Frustrations
“I expect state and local officials in Arizona to ensure that every vote is counted promptly, accurately and equally,” he added.
Democrats Take Victory Lap in D.C.
Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray (Wash.), who pumped her fists in the air and waved.
Lobbyists Eager for Short-Term Fiscal Deal
Defense lobbyists fear that the longer the Pentagon budget remains up in the air, the harder it will be for contractors to recover.
Col. Van Heuvelen’s Opus
And the symphony is good. It is really good. So good, it will make you cry.
Meet the New Members of the 113th Congress
(I-Maine) Angus King (I-Maine) Angus King, a former two-term Maine governor, has built a high-profile political career while shunning political labels and staking out a niche between the parties
Meet the New Members of the 113th Congress
A former Air Force pilot, Stewart flew with the team that set the world record for the fastest non-stop flight around the world.
Downballot Races Complicate Women’s Softball Roster
concerned about how this election will affect the Member lineup.
Coal Exports Divide Northwest Lawmakers, Industry
“Here’s the issue we are facing: If you burn that coal in China, they put this smoke up in the air, prevailing winds are westerly,” McDermott said.
Candidates Abandon Campaign Trail to Dial for Dollars
“In the last couple of weeks, frankly, I need him on the phones raising money so that we can hope to compete on air and reach more voters,” said another Democratic operative running a top House race